Did You Know? Eggplant, also known as brinjal, has been cultivated for over 4,000 years, originating in the Indian subcontinent. Though often overlooked in the vegetable aisle, eggplant is a…
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Chickpeas: The Ancient Superfood with Health Benefits, Myths, and Culinary Secrets
Did You Know? Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are one of the oldest cultivated crops in human history, with evidence of their cultivation dating back over 10,000 years! These…
Did You Know? Mung dal, also known as split mung beans, is one of the easiest legumes to digest and has been a staple in Indian and Asian cuisines for…
Instant Pot Chole Chana Masala (No Onion-Garlic)
We do fasting a lot. Whether it is for religious reasons or just for the sake of cleansing the body. However, when I break my fast after some Puja or…
Kali Mirch paneer is an exotic and extremely tasty dish. Kali Mirch or Black pepper has so many health benefits to aid in digestion. If you add some freshly ground…
When you first hear “Saag paneer” , the first thing you wonder that how is it any different from Palak paneer? The ingredients are almost the same. However, when we…
Aloo Gobi Matar Dry or Potatoes, Cauliflower and peas dry is one of the staple side dishes of India. Almost all parts of India make and love this combination. In…
Some vegetables are liked much by everyone in family while others are less likable, eggplant (called baingan in India) belongs to the less likable category in our household when I…
Any kind of Indian meal can be paired with Achar since it can be put on literally anything and its bustling flavor makes any meal super tasty. Achar/pickel is a…
Horsegram – Kulthi Kulith Kollu Dal Lentil Soup
The Horsegram or kulthi or Kollu dal is not very widely popular in North India, I have never even heard about it while growing up. However, when I noticed it…